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Explore savings on mortgage payments with our Buydown Calculator. It shows cash needed for reduced payments in WA, CA, OR, ID, and CO. Easy to use, it offers clear insights for homebuyers. Simply input your numbers and choose options to understand potential savings and upfront costs.

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If your instant rate quote isn’t what you expected, we can provide counsel on how to potentially transform your quote into something more acceptable. Sammamish Mortgage is a family-owned mortgage company with over 30 years of experience in the industry. We proudly serve customers in the Pacific Northwest region. We serve WA, ID, OR, CO and CA. If you’re looking to buy a home in one of these states, we can help!

Our Reviews

J
March 12, 2026
Highly recommend checking out Sammamish Mortgage. Going with a local, well known, highly respected mortgage broker like Sammamish Mortgage has a number of benefits. Not only do you get just as good rates as any other big-box broker or bank, you get dedicated, hands-on, personable, responsive, and consistent service! I had gotten quotes from Rocket, Loan depot, and Quicken, but those big box just bounce you from one customer service agent to another, and did not provide any better loan rate! Also, I had a selling agent tell me that if a Seller is choosing between identical offers, they would select an offer that works with Sammamish vs big-box brokers. Even realtors are frustrated with not being able to contact loan agents and encounter slow response times. I'm sure everyone at Sammamish are great, but in case you want name drops. . .Ryan was fantastic providing different options and recommendations based on my situation, floating out ideas and concepts I hadn't even heard of (like recasting your loan!). Shawn was also great on the processing side and was ALWAYS responsive during the entire process. Oh, and one more thing. . .Unlike other big-box brokers who bait you with calculating an instant offer but require you to provide your phone number and email. . .Sammamish shows their LIVE rates on their website WITHOUT requiring you to share your phone and email- YOU WON"T GET SPAM like I did with other brokers. Loan Depot was the worst, calling me 3 x a day for 2 weeks. (just google Loan Depot reviews online and you'll see what I'm saying). Sorry for the ramble. . .I just can't say enough about Sammamish Mortgage!
Elsa Watland
March 9, 2026
Our second time working with Sammamish and can't recommend enough. Experience was smooth and professional.
Owen Johnson
March 5, 2026
Highly recommend Sammamish Mortgage. Christina and Shawn were amazing, provided immediate responses to our questions and stayed on top of our file the entire process. We had to jump through a hoop at the eleventh hour (our fault), but they helped us out big time and made sure we met our closing date. Sammamish also beat the rates of every other lender we quoted, specifically those of the large lenders / mortgage companies. Would absolutely recommend their services!
Constantin Berzan
March 3, 2026
Trevor and the team at Sammamish are great. They communicate clearly, they are transparent about costs and fees, and they are able to move very quickly in a competitive situation. I would definitely work with them again.
Britnee Patjens
March 3, 2026
Clint and Shelly made what felt overwhelming at first so smooth and manageable. They took the time to explain every step, answered all of my questions (no matter how small), and made sure my parents felt confident throughout the process. Their communication was clear, timely, and professional from start to finish. Im so grateful for their guidance in helping myself & my parents with the successful quick transaction.
Persio Solis
March 2, 2026
Flexible and reliable support: My wife and I worked with Nick and Tonya at Sammamish Mortgage for our first home purchase. As first-time home buyers, we had many questions about the process and every detail when it comes to money. Nick and Tonya kept frequent communication with us and educated us on the different rate and closing credit bundles, nuances of different loan types, and what line items in the loan estimate represent. Sammamish Mortgage was able to complete a 3-week closing which made our offer more attractive to the seller. Thanks Nick and Tonya for your support and guidance in this endeavor.
Keri Meyers
February 28, 2026
Working with Jessica Ebner at Sammamish Mortgage was a fantastic experience. From our first conversation to funding, she demonstrated exceptional knowledge, patience, and attention to detail. She was always quick to respond, proactive in communication, and made sure we understood every part of the process. Jessicas level of service truly stands out. She made us feel like a priority and guided us with confidence and care. We couldnt have asked for a better loan officer and will absolutely refer friends and family to her in the future.

FAQ

How can Sammamish Mortgage offer such low rates and fees?

Since 1992 Sammamish Mortgage has offered excellent service at very competitive rates and fees. Over this time, our proven track record and quality loans have helped us build exceptional relationships with the lenders that provide you with home loans. These relationships have been built on trust, integrity, and most of all, exceptional business practices. Our long standing business partnerships allow us the ability to offer unrivaled pricing on home mortgages. This pricing, in addition to utilizing top of the line technology and low overhead, enables us to pass the savings on to you, our clients.

We do not have a large team of loan officers. Instead we have a small team of highly experienced and trained professionals to handle your home loans.

When you show no points, does that also mean there are no additional charges like origination or broker fees?

Yes. At Sammamish Mortgage, when we advertise no points, it also means there are no hidden charges like origination fees. Many banks, credit unions, and mortgage companies may promote no-point loans, only to reveal later in the process or in the fine print that a minimum 1% fee is added to the loan. While this practice is legal, we believe it is misleading and does not align with transparent lending standards.

Do you guarantee your closing costs?

Yes. At the time of your pre-approval, we can guarantee all lender and 3rd party costs associated with your loan. Your costs may change if there is a valid change in circumstance such as a lower than expected appraised value, or if you decide to change your loan amount as your loan to value is a key factor in pricing your loan. Your loan specialist can go over all the different scenarios with you if you are unsure of your value on a refinance. We rarely have issues with the value on a purchase.

Who would benefit from choosing a loan with no points vs. paying points and/or origination fees?

Choosing a loan with 0 points/origination fees generally benefits the borrower for the first 4 to 7 years of the loan. This is because you exchange lower up front closing costs for a slightly higher interest rate and monthly payment. This is a great option for people that do not have excess liquid cash or emergency funds and people that are not sure how long they are planning on keeping the loan. Since most people either refinance or sell their home every 3 to 5 years, this plan can be of great value. When determining whether a no point, and/or no mortgage broker fee loan would work for you, you have to carefully consider the following:

• How long you plan on staying in the property?

• Do you think that you might refinance in the near future?

• Do you have enough emergency funds saved to warrant paying higher up front costs?

If you are uncertain as to which is right for you, one of our loan specialists can assist you in making the decision that suits your needs.

What are the main factors that can affect my interest rate?

There are several key points that can affect your rate. Below is a detailed breakdown of some attributing factors that may apply:

• Credit Score: Your credit score is one of the most important factors that will determine your rate.
• Loan to Value: Your down payment in a purchase transaction or your equity in a refinance transaction also plays a key role in determining your rate. The lower your loan to value (LTV), the better your rate may be.
• Rate/term refinance vs. Cash out refinance: A rate/term refinance has a loan amount that is just enough to repay the balance of your existing mortgage. You may include all third party fees, taxes, insurance and interest into the loan amount. A cash-out refinance, on the other hand, has a loan amount that exceeds your current mortgage balance.
• Purchase vs. Refinance: There are times when lenders offer purchase specials, which allow us to offer even lower rates than we already do.
• Property type: Often times there can be pricing adjustments for condos and multi-family properties.
• Escrow Reserve: Paying your property taxes and homeowners insurance on your own rather than having them included in your house payment may cost you an additional fee. Most lenders charge a onetime fee for the impound waiver.

• Loan amount: Your loan amount can affect your pricing. If you have a large loan amount (over $417,000) there will be pricing adjustments. If your loan amount is low, there can also be pricing adjustments generally starting at $165,000 and lower.

• Subordinate financing: Having a second mortgage or Home Equity Line of Credit tied to the property can impact the terms of the first mortgage even if no money is owed on the equity line. The line is still considered a lien against your property and impacts your Combined Loan to Value.

What can cause my loan to be considered a cash-out refinance?

The obvious trigger for a cash-out refinance is borrowing more than your existing loan balance; however, consolidating debt that was not obtained as part of the original purchase is also considered a cash-out refinance. This includes second mortgages or Home Equity Line of Credits opened after you purchased the property.

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